Eddie van Boxtel

Edward van Boxtel (born 6 August 1973) is an Irish former footballer who is last known to have played as a goalkeeper for Bray Wanderers.

Early life
Van Boxtel was born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, In 1973, and grew up in Ballymun, Republic of Ireland.

Club career
As a youth player, Van Boxtel joined the youth academy of English side Leeds. In 2001, he underwent leg surgery after suffering an injury. During his playing career, he was regarded as a controversial player. His last club as a professional player was Irish side Bray Wanderers.

International career
Van Boxtel represented the Republic of Ireland internationally at youth level.

Managerial career
Van Boxtel managed Irish side Sandyhill Celtic.

Personal life
Van Boxtel is the son of a Dutch father and an Irish mother.